Tue Feb 18 04:41:23 UTC 2025: ## Earthquake Swarm Prompts Emergency Declaration on Greek Islands
**Athens, Greece –** A state of emergency has been declared on the Greek islands of Santorini, Ios, Amorgos, and Anafi following a recent swarm of undersea earthquakes. Thousands of residents have evacuated to the mainland due to the frequent tremors, some occurring as often as every few minutes.
While the frequency of the quakes has lessened in recent days, according to Greece’s chief seismologist, Professor Costas Papazachos, the risk of further tremors remains. Professor Papazachos, who advises government emergency committees, stated that the earthquakes are likely caused by the interaction of tectonic and magmatic processes. He reassured the public that while magma is involved, a volcanic eruption from Santorini’s dormant volcano is unlikely.
The situation echoes similar earthquake swarm events observed in peninsular India, where researchers have linked such activity to increased water pressure within underground rocks following heavy rainfall. The long-term outlook for the Greek islands remains uncertain, and authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
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